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Skai Jackson

Skai Jackson is an American actress recognized for her roles in television and film. She has received a Shorty Award and a NAACP Image Award nomination for her work. She was also included in Time's list of the most influential teens in 2016, showcasing her impact beyond just acting.


April 8, 2002: Skai Jackson's Birth

On April 8, 2002, Skai Jackson, an American actress, was born.

2007: Acting Debut in Liberty Kid

In 2007, Skai Jackson had an early child acting role in the independent film Liberty Kid.

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2007: First major acting role in Liberty Kid

In 2007, Skai Jackson's first major acting role was in the independent film Liberty Kid.

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2008: Guest appearance in Rescue Me

In 2008, Skai Jackson made a guest appearance in an episode of Rescue Me.

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2009: Cameo in The Rebound

In 2009, Skai Jackson made a cameo appearance in the film The Rebound.

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2009: Cameo in The Rebound and Bubble Guppies

In 2009, Skai Jackson made a cameo in the film The Rebound, and was cast as Little Fish in the Nickelodeon pre-school animated series Bubble Guppies.

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2011: Role in The Smurfs and Jessie

In 2011, Skai Jackson had a cameo role in The Smurfs and gained recognition for her starring role as Zuri Ross in the Disney Channel comedy series Jessie.

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2011: Minor roles in television and film

In 2011, Skai Jackson had minor roles in the television series Team Umizoomi, Royal Pains, and Boardwalk Empire, and the films Arthur and The Smurfs.

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2011: Cast as Zuri Ross in Jessie

In 2011, Skai Jackson was cast as Zuri Ross in the Disney Channel sitcom Jessie.

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2013: Appearance in The Watsons Go To Birmingham

In 2013, Skai Jackson appeared as Joetta Watson in the Hallmark Channel television film The Watsons Go To Birmingham.

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2014: Guest-starred in Ultimate Spider-Man

In 2014, Skai Jackson guest-starred in an episode of Disney XD's animated series Ultimate Spider-Man.

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2015: Starring role in Bunk'd

In 2015, Skai Jackson started in the spin-off series Bunk'd.

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2015: Jessie ends and Bunk'd begins

In 2015, Skai Jackson's role as Zuri Ross ended in Jessie and she reprised the role in the series Bunk'd.

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2016: Named One of Time's Most Influential Teens

In 2016, Skai Jackson was featured in Time's list of the most influential teens.

2016: Most Influential Teens

In 2016, Skai Jackson was included on Time magazine's list of "Most Influential Teens".

2017: Nominated for Best Influencer at Shorty Awards

In 2017, Skai Jackson was nominated for Best Influencer at the Shorty Awards.

2018: Reprised role as Zuri in Bunk'd

From 2015 to 2018, Skai Jackson reprised the role of Zuri in the series Bunk'd.

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2018: Audition for Black Panther

In 2018, Skai Jackson auditioned for an unnamed role in the Marvel film Black Panther. It was confirmed that Skai Jackson inspired the Marvel comic book character, Ironheart / Riri William.

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2018: Guest appearance in Marvel Rising

In 2018, Skai Jackson made a guest appearance in Marvel Rising: Initiation as Glory Grant, a role she reprised in Marvel Rising: Chasing Ghosts, and Marvel Rising: Battle of the Bands.

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2018: Voice acting in Marvel Rising franchise

In 2018, Skai Jackson started voice acting in the Marvel Rising franchise.

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2018: End of Bunk'd

In 2018, Skai Jackson's role in Bunk'd concluded.

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2019: Appearance in Lil Nas X's Panini music video

In 2019, Skai Jackson appeared in the music video for Lil Nas X's "Panini", which went viral and spawned several memes.

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2019: Writing debut and DreamWorks Dragons

In 2019, Skai Jackson made her writing debut with the book Reach for the Skai: How to Inspire, Empower, and Clapback, and began voicing Summer on the Netflix animated series DreamWorks Dragons: Rescue Riders.

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2019: Voice acting in DreamWorks Dragons: Rescue Riders and memoir release

In 2019, Skai Jackson voiced characters in DreamWorks Dragons: Rescue Riders, and her memoir Reach for the Skai: How to Inspire, Empower, and Clapback was released.

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March 2020: Restraining Order Against Bhad Bhabie

In March 2020, Skai Jackson filed court papers for a restraining order against rapper Bhad Bhabie claiming that she had harassed her. The petition was temporarily granted, and later dropped by Jackson.

2020: Dancing with the Stars Competition

In 2020, Skai Jackson competed on the 29th season of Dancing with the Stars and finished at 10th place after making it to the semi-finals.

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2020: End of DreamWorks Dragons: Rescue Riders

In 2020, Skai Jackson's role in the Netflix animated series DreamWorks Dragons: Rescue Riders ended.

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2022: End of DreamWorks Dragons: Rescue Riders

In 2022, Skai Jackson's voice acting role in DreamWorks Dragons: Rescue Riders ended.

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2023: Scrutiny for raffle and role in Sheroes

In 2023, Skai Jackson appeared in the action film Sheroes, her first feature film role in 10 years. Also in 2023, Jackson received scrutiny for hosting a $5 raffle with a MacBook as a prize through CashApp, and was accused her of scamming her followers in order to gain money.

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2023: Starring role in Sheroes

In 2023, Skai Jackson starred in the film Sheroes.

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March 2024: Brand ambassador for Cantu Beauty

In March 2024, Skai Jackson became the brand ambassador for Cantu Beauty.

August 8, 2024: Arrest on Suspicion of Domestic Battery

On August 8, 2024, Skai Jackson was arrested at Universal Studios Hollywood on suspicion of domestic battery, but charges were later declined.

November 2024: Expecting First Child

In November 2024, Skai Jackson confirmed to People that she was expecting her first child with then-boyfriend Deondre Burgin.

January 2025: Birth of Son

In January 2025, Skai Jackson gave birth to her son.

May 2025: Restraining Order Request

In May 2025, Skai Jackson requested a restraining order against Deondre Burgin, accusing him of assault and battery.